A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Dan Stracener RELIABLE EQUIPMENT RESPONSIVE SERVICE Dear Equipment User: As you might expect, we believe Komatsu equipment is top-ofthe-line. Some might argue there are comparable machines within certain models, but top-to-bottom and across-the-board, you’re going to be hard-pressed to come up with a more solid lineup — and in specific machines, you’re not even going to be able to come close to the performance you get from Komatsu. All we want is a chance to prove to you the difference Komatsu and <strong>TEC</strong> can make in your business. If you’re in the market for a new machine, we ask you not to buy until you’ve thoroughly investigated your options. Spec the machine out — then try it out. In many cases, the Komatsu advantage will be apparent. In other ways, the Komatsu advantage may be less apparent, but make no mistake, Komatsu is doing things no other manufacturer is doing. For example, you may not yet be using a remote equipment monitoring and management system, but it’s definitely the wave of the future. With Komatsu, the KOMTRAX system is factory-installed as standard equipment on virtually all new machines, and there are no communications charges for the first five years. Compare that with other top brands that charge you for the system and the installation, then charge you a monthly communication fee. Consider Komatsu’s totally free system versus the competitors’ cost of thousands of dollars per machine. That’s a prime example of the Komatsu advantage. At <strong>TEC</strong>, we’ll be happy to show you other things we and Komatsu are doing to make your equipment owning and operating experience a pleasant one. Feel free to give us a call, or stop by at any time. We look forward to the opportunity to prove we can and will do whatever it takes to earn your business. Sincerely, Dan Stracener President
IN THIS ISSUE BULLARD EXCAVATING, INC. Read why satisfying customers is such an important aspect of this Andalusia, Ala., contractor. <strong>EARTHWORKS</strong> <strong>GRADING</strong> & <strong>CONCRETE</strong> Quality work keeps customers coming back to this Georgia contractor. GUEST OPINION ARTBA President Pete Ruane shares the organization’s recommendations on creating “Critical Commerce Corridors” to help move freight more efficiently. MANAGING YOUR BUSINESS Learn how taking a proactive approach to safety can lead to better productivity and higher profits. NEW PRODUCTS Find out why the Komatsu PC800LC-8 is the new “go-to” excavator for large jobs. MORE NEW PRODUCTS See how Komatsu’s new mid-size wheel loader, the WA430-6, can help lower your fuel costs while improving productivity. NEW UTILITY PRODUCTS If you’re looking for an economical backhoe loader that still offers excellent power and comfort, Komatsu’s new WB142-5 may be the answer. BIRMINGHAM, AL (205) 591-2131 TUSCALOOSA, AL (205) 752-0621 (800) 582-4625 ANNISTON, AL (256) 831-2440 ALABASTER, AL (205) 621-2489 DOTHAN, AL (334) 678-1832 SHOALS AREA, AL (256) 383-5666 Published by Construction Publications, Inc. for www.tractor-equipment.com MONTGOMERY, AL (334) 288-6580 (800) 832-9563 DECATUR, AL (256) 355-0305 (800) 321-6865 MOBILE, AL (251) 457-8991 (800) 233-7213 GROVE HILL, AL (251) 275-4158 PANAMA CITY, FL (850) 763-4654 (800) 342-2055 RELIABLE EQUIPMENT RESPONSIVE SERVICE <strong>TEC</strong> LOCATIONS: FOREST PARK, GA (Atlanta) (404) 366-0693 (800) 488-0693 CALHOUN, GA (706) 879-6200 (800) 827-3072 HOSCHTON, GA (706) 654-9850 (888) 334-9850 AUGUSTA, GA (706) 798-7777 (800) 659-3090 MACON, GA (478) 745-6891 (800) 786-3120 SAVANNAH, GA COLUMBUS, GA (706) 562-1801 PENSACOLA, FL (850) 505-0550 Kennesaw, GA (678) 354-5533 (912) 233-7702 (800) 827-1405 ALBANY, GA (229) 435-0982 (800) 733-0982 THE PRODUCTS PLUS THE PEOPLE TO SERVE YOU! TRACTOR & EQUIPMENT CO. Jim Waitzman, Jr., CEO Dan Stracener, President Lloyd Adams, Executive V.P./CFO Lenn Morris, Executive V.P./Sales Manager - North AL Chuck Tullos, V.P./Sales Manager - South AL & FL Steve McCondichie, V.P./General Manager - GA Hugh D. Stith, V.P./Sales Manager - GA Mike Copeland, V.P./Sales Manager - GA DeVaughn Pettit, Regional Sales Manager - GA Gerald Carroll, V.P./Service Manager Steve Day, V.P./Parts Manager Tim Tipton, V.P./Product Support Marketing Chris Lucas, V.P./Data Processing Manager John Pierce, New Equipment Rental Manager Rick Mathis, Used Equipment Manager - AL & FL Skip Walker, Used Equipment Manager - GA Mike Kemmerer, General Service Manager - GA Mark Shoults, General Parts Manager - GA Scott Deitz, Utility Division Manager - GA BIRMINGHAM, AL Brett Bussman, V.P./Branch Manager Charlie Shoop, Parts Manager Jeff Hodge, Service Manager TUSCALOOSA, AL Jody Thomason, Branch Manager Larry Watkins, Service Manager McCay Harrison, Parts Manager ANNISTON, AL Todd Bigbee, Branch Manager Marlin Harrell, Service Manager Buck Brown, Parts Manager DOTHAN, AL Rodney Maltbie, Parts Manager Tony House, Service Manager SHOALS AREA, AL Randall Brown, Parts Manager ALABASTER, AL Greg Riggs, Parts Manager PANAMA CITY, FL Chuck Tibbets, Branch Manager Sammy Allen, Service Manager Kelly Myers, Parts Manager FOREST PARK (ATLANTA), GA Greg Carroll, Service Manager Epps Hewett, Parts Manager CALHOUN, GA Clint Blackmon, Service Manager Andy Worley, Parts Manager MACON, GA Frank Hall, Service Manager Joe Bechtel, Parts Manager COLUMBUS, GA Kelly Freeman, Service Manager Jamie Horsley, Parts Manager ALABAMA FLORIDA MONTGOMERY, AL Joe Patton, Branch Manager Rob Boroughs, Service Manager Larry Long, Parts Manager DECATUR, AL Don Burgreen, V.P./Branch Manager Tim Kohlenberg, Service Manager Wayne Brown, Parts Manager MOBILE, AL Doug Stone, Branch Manager Danny Wright, Service Manager Larry Cook, Parts Manager GROVE HILL, AL Keith Hood, Parts Manager RENEW CENTER, AL Dave Hawker, Branch Manager Dean Weems, Parts Manager PENSACOLA, FL Dave Niesen, Branch Manager Billy Dees, Service Manager Chad Glass, Parts Manager GEORGIA HOSCHTON, GA Tim Aiken, Branch Manager Mark Ingle, Service Manager Phillip Timms, Parts Manager KENNESAW, GA Bob Oldham, Service Manager Curt Cook, Parts Manager AUGUSTA, GA Ron Wallace, Service Manager Mark Anderson, Parts Manager SAVANNAH, GA Autrey McMillan, Branch Manager Tim Stone, Service Manager Gary Hall, Parts Manager ALBANY, GA Ron Acker, Service Manager Charles Smith, Parts Manager Printed in U.S.A © 2007 Construction Publications, Inc.